Dengue in children and adolescents withonco-hematological disease: a case series

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Authors: María A Rodríguez, Maria Barbara Leone, Micaela Muras, María Sznitowski, Marta Lavergne, Eliana Laurino
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Abstract

Dengue is a viral disease transmitted mainly by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Argentina has seen a significant increase in epidemics in recent years. Pediatric patients with oncohematological diseases are particularly vulnerable due to their immunosuppression, which can predispose them to severe cases. This report presents five clinical cases of pediatric patients with oncohematological diseases who developed dengue infection, illustrating the variability in its clinical presentation. Symptoms were heterogeneous, ranging from mild forms to severe cases with liver failure, bleeding, and the need for intensive care. Early identification, close monitoring, and an interdisciplinary approach are key to management. This series of cases reinforces the need for active clinical surveillance for fever in an epidemiological context, even in the absence of typical symptoms.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Mosquito-borne diseases and control Viral Infections and Vectors Dengue and Mosquito Control Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria
Volume
124
Issue
4
Pages
e202510815–e202510815
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN